Healthy feet are essential for overall well-being, mobility, and quality of life. Practicing everyday foot care can protect your feet and prevent common problems. It is important to examine your feet regularly for changes, wear shoes that fit properly, in addition to washing and drying your feet daily to avoid infections, and trimming toenails correctly to prevent ingrown nails. Simple routines like these help keep feet strong and comfortable. A chiropodist can provide professional care, address concerns early, and offer guidance tailored to your needs. If you have developed foot issues, it is suggested that you visit a chiropodist who can treat various foot conditions, and guide you on effective daily foot care routines. 

Caring for your feet is not just something done at the chiropodist’s office. Good foot care starts at home. If you would like to learn more about daily foot care practices, please consult with Paul A. Scotti, D.Ch from West Toronto Foot & Ankle Clinic Inc. . Our chiropodist can help you maintain the health of your lower limbs and your mobility. 

There are many things that you can do at home to help care for your feet, including: 

• Wearing shoes and socks that fit properly
• Washing the feet daily with soap and water
• Drying the feet thoroughly
• Applying moisturizer to the soles and heels of the feet
• Taking a walk and exercising the feet regularly
• Doing foot stretches and strengthening exercises 

A chiropodist can help figure out a manageable foot care routine for you to keep your feet healthy. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

Heel spurs are bony growths that develop on the underside of the heel, often extending toward the arch of the foot. They can cause sharp pain when standing in the morning and a dull ache throughout the day. Swelling, heat in the heel, and tenderness that makes walking barefoot uncomfortable are other symptoms. Not everyone with a heel spur experiences symptoms. Risk factors for developing heel spurs include frequent running or jumping, walking on hard surfaces, and trauma to the heel. Aging, being female, carrying excess weight, and wearing shoes that do not provide proper support are other factors. Certain medical conditions, such as reactive arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and plantar fasciitis, can also increase the likelihood of developing a heel spur. A chiropodist can assess heel pain, recommend orthotics, suggest footwear adjustments, and provide strategies to relieve discomfort. If you have heel pain, it is suggested that you schedule an appointment with a chiropodist for appropriate treatment.

Heel spurs are bony outgrowths from calcium deposits. They occur at the back of the heel bone or underneath the heel bone and usually form in response to chronic irritation of the Achilles tendon or plantar fascia. They are often asymptomatic, but if you are suffering from heel pain, please consult with Paul A. Scotti, D.Ch from West Toronto Foot & Ankle Clinic Inc. . Our chiropodist can help you maintain the health of your lower limbs and your mobility. 

Symptoms of Heel Spurs

• Tenderness
• Heel pain
• Pain when walking
• No symptoms

Diagnosis

Since heel spurs are often asymptomatic, they are usually only diagnosed when they are found on the heels incidentally during an X-ray taken for another reason. Nevertheless, if you have heel pain, and particularly if you have plantar fasciitis or Achilles tendonitis, it may be worth it to see if you have heel spurs too. 

Treatment

Unless they are causing symptoms, heel spurs typically don’t require any treatment. When they are symptomatic, treatments are typically conservative. They may include resting and icing the affected foot, taking anti-inflammatory medications, and wearing orthotics or supportive footwear, especially while exercising. 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

During the summer months, a proper foot care routine can keep your feet comfortable and attractive. Warmer weather and open footwear can lead to dryness, cracked heels, blisters, fungal infections, and sunburn. Regular cleansing, moisturizing, and nail care help maintain skin health, while wearing breathable shoes and applying sunscreen protect against common summer foot problems. Increased outdoor activity may also bring issues like plantar fasciitis or toenail injuries. A chiropodist can address these concerns with professional treatments, orthotic advice, and preventive care tailored to your needs. If you have foot pain or have problematic foot conditions, it is suggested that you schedule a visit with a chiropodist  for treatment  that enables you to enjoy the season with healthy, pain-free feet.

Summer is the season for many foot and ankle issues. If you’re suffering from a foot or ankle problem, please consult with Paul A. Scotti, D.Ch from West Toronto Foot & Ankle Clinic Inc. . Our chiropodist can help you maintain the health of your lower limbs and your mobility. 

Common Summer Foot Problems 

• Athlete’s foot
• Toenail fungus
• Plantar warts
• Foot and ankle injuries
• Bunions
• Hammertoes
• Heel pain
• Cracked heels
• Sunburns
• Blisters

Prevention

• Wear supportive shoes and avoid flip-flops
• Maintain good foot hygiene
• Exfoliate and moisturize the heels
• Apply sunscreen to the feet and ankles
• Wear shoes in public areas like swimming pools, locker rooms, and showers 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.